Alex Cannon
About Alex Cannon
Alex Cannon is a Senior Software Engineer II currently working at Credit Karma since 2023, with prior experience at SeedFi and Moat in various engineering roles. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science from Swarthmore College.
Current Role at Credit Karma
Alex Cannon serves as a Senior Software Engineer II at Credit Karma, a position he has held since 2023. He works in New York, NY, contributing to the development and enhancement of software solutions that support the company's financial services. His role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software products that meet user needs.
Previous Experience at SeedFi
Prior to his current role, Alex worked at SeedFi as a Senior Software Engineer from 2022 to 2023. During his tenure, he focused on building and optimizing software systems to improve user experience and operational efficiency. His contributions helped advance the company's mission to provide accessible financial solutions.
Career at Moat
Alex Cannon has extensive experience at Moat, where he held multiple positions. He began as a Senior Software Engineer for 10 months in 2017. He then progressed to a Software Engineering Manager from 2018 to 2019, followed by a role as Principal Software Engineer from 2019 to 2022. His time at Moat involved leading teams and developing software solutions in New York, NY.
Experience at Palantir Technologies
Before joining Moat, Alex worked at Palantir Technologies as a Forward Deployed Software Engineer from 2015 to 2016. In this role, he was responsible for deploying software solutions to clients, ensuring that their needs were met through tailored technology implementations.
Education in Computer Science
Alex Cannon earned a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science from Swarthmore College. His academic background provided him with a solid foundation in software development principles and practices, which he has applied throughout his career in various engineering roles.